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Rope-a-Dope?

Just wondering what your take is on the Miansai nylon cord bracelet? (GQ has featured it a few times.) I am interested in wearing one this summer, but I was concerned that maybe it's a little too "dainty." I wear an Omega Seamaster watch on the other wrist; would this help to offset the daintiness of the bracelet?

When I was a wild youth, I didn't wear an ID bracelet. Seemed pointless if you could remember your name or unless it bore info on blood type, allergies, or where to ship the body. And I'd rather just give Armstrong or Colbert a donation and skip the silicone-based bracelet that looks like a fruit-flavored head gasket. Now, apparently, what I'm not wearing is a rope bracelet. The kind you mention resembles a small bungee cord and contains no precious stones. I presume that's the point. It's about down-to-earthiness or maybe an affectation of unaffectedness. I don't know if the hunky watch will offset whatever daintiness you fear (or do you mean swishiness?), but it may divert attention.

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